1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1977 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Sunbird | G37 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
